Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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Several Sheriff deputies were out looking for an "armed suspicious person" in downtown Fallbrook today. The call came in at 2:55 pm and the person was reported to be in the 800 block of Main Ave. However, without finding anyone, the Sheriffs appeared to return to the station by 3:15 pm. No other information is available at this time.... Full story
A vegetation fire was reported this morning at 8:37 am in Rainbow on 2502 Rainbow Valley Blvd.... Full story
Video of crash taken from Village Spirit Shop across the street from the accident. https://youtu.be/u1gLqYOSnKk A chaotic scene unfolded outside a popular local Fallbrook restaurant this morning, Nov. 16, when a car crashed into a parked pickup truck, sending the truck careening into an outdoor dining area on Main Street in Fallbrook. One person was transported to the hospital with injuries, according to witnesses on the scene. The video shows one man walking in front of the... Full story
There have been multiple calls to the Village News about a fire on Old Stage in town. The cause is a flag burning ceremony at the VFW, which causes some blooms of black smoke. The VFW does this ceremony periodically, which is the respectful way to retire worn flags. Flag burning ceremonies, often conducted by Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) posts, are solemn events meant to respectfully retire worn or damaged American flags that are no longer fit for display. The United States... Full story
In the original early version of this story, we reported that six people had been transported from witness accounts that were on the scene. However, NCFPD PIO John Choi confirmed with Village News that it was four people transported that night. One person was transported with moderate injuries and three with moderate injuries. Early version story: Four people were reported to have been transported to local hospitals in three ambulances after two hit-and-run traffic collisions... Full story
At 1:54 pm today, Monday, Oct. 28, a collision was reported at the corner of S. Mission and Ammunition Rd. According to CHP, it was a three vehicle collision including a grey Honda Civic, a silver sedan, and apparently a grey Toyota Camry which were all in the right hand lane. CHP, Sheriff and NC Fire were all on scene as first responders and investigators. The cause hasn't been determined and it didn't appear anyone was transported. Two cars were towed awa... Full story
The family of Miguel Munoz, a diagnosed schizophrenic from Fallbrook, experienced an emotional four-day search after he was mistakenly released from San Diego Central Jail in the middle of the night without their knowledge. Munoz, 35, was arrested on October 3 for public intoxication near his home in Fallbrook. He was booked and released out of San Diego Central Jail onto the unfamiliar streets of downtown San Diego just after midnight on Friday. His family, unaware of his... Full story
Traffic is heavily impacted in northern Fallbrook for a broken gas leak and evacuations. East Mission is closed from Brandon Rd. to Orange St. after a "broken and blowing gas leak" was reported on a 4" gas line, cut by a contractor. The address of the call was at noon on 421 Minnesota St. CHP was called as well as the Sheriff to assist with public safety and evacuations.... Full story
Ann Corrine Gustafson, age 27, was arrested Tuesday night, Oct. 1, for the bludgeoning of George Villareal, age 67, and his wife, Nancy Dobson-Villareal, 66. Gustafson is accused of attempted murder and beating both the victims with a hammer. Someone was reported to have entered their home. A hot prowler was initially reported and then the call changed to an Assault with a Deadly Weapon. Gustafson was arrested for 187(APC) Attempted Murder 1st Degree-Felony, 245... Full story
An early morning traffic collision involving an overturned vehicle blocked part of South Mission Road near Mission Oaks Road on Friday, October 5, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The incident occurred just after 6 a.m., when a vehicle, reportedly swerving before the crash, hit a wall and overturned in the southbound lane of South Mission Road. Eyewitnesses said the driver, described as a Hispanic male in his 20s, attempted to enlist the help of bystanders to... Full story
On Tuesday, Oct. 1, a woman, Ronquira Jones, 22, was arrested for 273.5(A) - PC - Spousal/cohabitant abuse with minor injury and booked into Las Colinas Detention Facility in San Diego. The call came in at 10:12 am from the Westside Apartments at 145 W. Clemmens Lane.... Full story
On Thursday night, Sept. 26, at 7:44 pm there was an Assault with a Deadly Weapon call in the 5000 block of Lake Circle Rd in the Rancho Viejo neighborhood. It seemed serious. There were multiple units en route, ASTREA helicopter and also an air ambulance. The call suggested there may be two victims. Upon further investigation, it appeared it was a fake call. The family was "swatted." What is swatting? In the digital age, where anonymity and instant communication thrive, a... Full story
https://youtu.be/GfppdbzWatE CONTENT WARNING: THE VIDEO CONTAINS GRAPHIC LANGUAGE AND OBSCENITIES THAT MAY BE OFFENSIVE OR DISTURBING TO SOME AUDIENCES. VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED. A chaotic scene unfolded Saturday evening at Dominic's Deli when Kerry Flynn, 48, a resident of one of the local motels in town, was arrested after causing a major disturbance and vandalising Dominic's Deli. He was arrested and booked for a 243(C)(2), battery on a police officer without injury, 69PC -4 charges- obstruct, resist executive officer,... Full story
A hit-and-run incident occurred Wednesday at the intersection of Old Stage Road and Pippin Drive, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP). The collision, reported at 12:55 pm., did not result in any injuries. Fallbrook Sheriffs and CHP were looking for the suspect, who was described as a Hispanic adult male with a white t-shirt and grey pants. Responding officers received information that the suspect was possibly hiding in the backyard of a residence on East Aviation... Full story
At approximately 8:02 a.m. this morning, a three-vehicle collision occurred involving two sedans, and a Jeep. The accident took place in the southbound lanes, and the reporting party indicated that medical aid might be needed for one of the vehicles involved. NCFPD personnel are seen giving aid to the driver of the middle car. A traffic advisory code was issued to manage the blocked lanes. Traffic remains impacted as of 8:22 a.m., with emergency crews continuing to work on... Full story
An e-bike was stolen outside Albertsons in Fallbrook last Monday, Sept. 8, about 9:30 am. The bike belonged to 20-year-old Jordan Paredes, who received it as a birthday gift earlier this summer to help him commute to his job at Main Street Cafe. The $2500 price tag makes it a felony. Paredes had entered the grocery store and when he returned, he discovered his bike, which had been electronically locked with a FOB, was gone. "It was a huge shock. I rely on that bike every... Full story
Una bicicleta eléctrica fue robada afuera de Albertsons en Fallbrook el pasado lunes, 8 de septiembre, alrededor de las 9:30 a.m. La bicicleta pertenecía a Jordan Paredes, de 20 años, quien la recibió como regalo de cumpleaños a principios de este verano para ayudarlo a viajar a su trabajo en Main Street Cafe. El precio de $2500 convierte el robo en un delito grave. Paredes había entrado a la tienda de comestibles y cuando regresó, descubrió que su bicicleta, que había s... Full story
UPDATED STORY: On September 5, 2024, the 15-year-old brother of Eduardo Delarosa who was shot and killed Wednesday night, Sept. 4, was arrested for the homicide of his brother. He was booked into Juvenile Hall for Murder. Both Eduardo Delarosa and his brother reside in Fallbrook. Eduardo Delarosa, 24, was shot Wednesday night in a violent incident reported at 8:24 pm, Sept. 4, at the Fallbrook View Apartments, located at 901 Alturas Road. On September 6, 2024, the Medical... Full story
A traffic collision involving a gray pickup truck and an unknown vehicle occurred Wednesday evening on State Route 76 and Pala del Norte Road, authorities reported. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) was alerted to the crash at approximately 7:44 p.m. First responders arrived at the scene shortly afterward, with both lanes of the highway blocked. The crash resulted in at least one individual lying on the ground with visible injuries, according to initial reports. CPR was administered on-site by emergency personnel. At 7:52 p... Full story
Eduardo Delarosa, 24, was shot tonight in a violent incident reported at 8:24 pm Wednesday, Sept. 4, at the Fallbrook View Apartments, located at 901 Alturas Road. San Diego Sheriff's Homicide in a press release stated, "Deputies quickly arrived on scene and located a Hispanic male adult laying in front of a residence with trauma to his torso. North County Fire Department arrived on scene and transported the victim to the hospital. Unfortunately, while at the hospital, the... Full story
As of Tuesday morning, the containment was 50% and the acreage was 130 acres. __________________________________________ The Tenaja Wildfire was reported to be 130 acres as of Sunday night, Aug. 25, at 10:30 pm. Containment as of Monday is 25%. The fire was under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service Cleveland National Forest. The Tenaja Fire which started on Tenaja Truck Trail, ignited late Sunday morning, and grew rapidly to 100 acres, prompting immediate evacuation... Full story
Visible black smoke in town this morning is not from fire, in case anyone is concerned. It is from the VFW smoker, no doubt cooking up some great food.... Full story
BREAKING NEWS: A multi-vehicle collision occurred on the northbound I-15 near the Lilac Bridge this afternoon, leading to significant traffic delays and emergency response. The incident was reported at approximately 3:40 p.m. According to initial CHP reports, the collision involved at least five vehicles, with one vehicle flipping over after hitting a hill. The flipped vehicle reportedly rolled multiple times before coming to a stop. The vehicles involved include a gray Tesla... Full story
At approximately 8:24 PM, a red Chevrolet pickup truck caught fire on the side of the road near Mission and Stage Coach, close to an area of dry brush. According to reports, the vehicle was initially pulled over when flames were noticed coming from underneath. https://youtu.be/PMqp2lqtk-4 The situation quickly escalated, with flames engulfing the vehicle entirely by 8:33 PM. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) received multiple notifications about the incident, and emergency... Full story
At about 12:43 pm today, Sheriffs responded to a strong-arm robbery call in the 1000 BLK of S. Main Ave. where the reporting party was in a physical altercation with the suspects who were reported to be stealing alcohol. The suspects left on foot and were found by Sheriffs deputies. The reporting party identified the suspects and they were taken into custody, according to SDSO Lt. Chandroo. One of the men Anthony Demo was arrested on a felony drunk in public charge. Village... Full story
